Charles D. Johnson

Charlie D. Johnson, 57, of Burtchville Township, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 15, 2025. He was born on September 15, 1967 in Port Huron, the beloved son of Helen Johnson. A lover of music, his passion for drums started as a toddler. His brother Bill nicknamed him “CC” because Charlie would always say “See? See?” as he beat on pots and pans with two wooden spoons. Bill and Charlie would frequently be seen running in their neighborhood; a strong brotherhood enriched through loyalty, love, and adventure. The stories these two would tell about their childhood could be made into a motion picture. Bill, the vigilant older brother, was Charlie’s protector to the very end. Charlie married his middle school sweetheart, Tina Barrett, and the two raised two children, Shantell and Drew, together. Charlie loved watching his kids play baseball and softball. He also loved being a “dance team dad,” making sure to video tape all his children’s special moments. He took pride in organizing and designing their bedrooms - Tina would joke that it seemed Charlie was playing with the toy horses, setting them perfectly in their little stables. He loved his children and took pride in their accomplishments. His children will remember him tickling them with “the CLAW!”, air drumming to Lynard Skynard and reciting silly movie quotes. He worked diligently for eighteen years in the maintenance department at Regency on The Lake. During his tenure, a coworker, Judy, began giving him rides to work. The two would fall in love and become best friends. Judy was not only his best friend, but also his partner through sickness and health. The two loved to laugh at the silliest things, watch a good TV show, and care for their two dogs, Gracie and Madison. After dating for over ten years, they married February 15th, 2023. Charlie was a sentimental man who will be remembered fondly for his love of collecting comic books and coins, carnival games, American Pickers, hair metal rock, bonfires and drumming. He is survived by his daughter, Shantell (Johnathan) Johnson-Jones; his son, Drew Johnson; two step daughters Monica (Trevor) Witalec and Veronica (Mark) Harris; one step son Wade Verscheure; six grandchildren: Mason, Iris, Haley, Chelsea, Mya, Emery, with one more on the way; two brothers, Bill (Mary) Johnson, John (Dianna) Johnson; one sister Sue; several nieces and nephews. And his mother, Helen Johnson. He was preceded in death by his wife, “his lady”, Judy (Verscheure) Johnson, who passed earlier this year after a courageous battle with cancer. The two are now joined in Heaven. Charlie’s children have established a memorial fundraiser, in honor of their dad, supporting Sacred Heart Rehab Center. If you would like to support the family, please donate here: https://gofund.me/6a7fe2a3 In accordance with his family’s wishes, no formal service will be held at this time. Arrangements in care of Jowett Funeral Home - Port Huron.

Charles D. Johnson

September 15, 1967 - May 15, 2025